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Healthcare Career Terms — Unit test

Question 20 • Medical Terminology - EL3620 A

Ben wants to be a doctor and work in medicine, but he wants to find alternative, natural methods of treatment. Which abbreviation would Ben have by his name?

Answer
A
MD
B
DO
C
LPN
D
NP

Explanation

DO stands for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. Osteopathic medicine emphasizes treating the whole person and may include natural, hands-on approaches alongside conventional medical care. MD is a Doctor of Medicine, while LPN and NP refer to nursing credentials.

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